OBITUARY

Edward Fortune

April 5, 1929 – July 11, 2013

FORTUNE, Edward Arthur
84 years. Passed away on July 11, 2013 at Hotel Dieu Grace Hospital, surrounded by his cherished family. Loving husband of Florence (nee Anderson) for 60 years. Dear father of Patricia (Robert) Wales of Tecumseh, Dennis (Dr. Lucyna Lach) Fortune of Montreal, Brian (Heather) Fortune of Windsor, Garry Fortune of Amherstburg, Kathleen (Keith) Henry of Amherstburg and Michael (Debra LaMantia) of Windsor. Edward was also the proud grandfather of Shannon Wales, Patrick, Kelly, Claire, Liam, Trent Fortune, Elle and Eve LaMantia. He is survived by many nieces and nephews. Dear son of the late A. Edward and Mary Elizabeth Fortune. Dear brother of the late Lois (George) Warren of Windsor, Doris (James) McGraw of Burlington, Garry (Mary) Fortune of Huntington Woods and Murray Fortune of Commerce Twp. MI. Dear son-in-law of the late Jessie and John Zlochvske, brother-in-law of the late Arthur (Jeanette) Anderson and Katherine Suchiu. Edward is survived by his brother-in-law Leo Suchiu of Saskatchewan. Edward was born in Windsor. He attended Assumption College School, St. Michael College and graduated from one of the first classes at Humber College, Toronto, in the Funeral Service Education Program. He was a Funeral Director at Anderson Funeral Service for 40 years. He was the youngest Grand Knight of Knights of Columbus Council 1453; Past District Deputy of District 10; Honorary Member 4th Degree Dean Wagner Assembly Windsor. In 1965, Edward was elected to the Windsor Separate School Board and was a trustee for 30 years. He was a member of the Ancient Order of Hibernians of America. Visitation will be held at Anderson Funeral Home & Cremation Centre, 895 Ouellette Ave (519-254-3223) on Sunday from 2-4 & 7-9 p.m. A Knights of Columbus Prayer service will be held on Sunday at 7:30 p.m. Colour Guard is requested to meet at 7:00 p.m. Edward will then rest at St. Alphonsus Church, 85 Park Street East on Monday, July 15, 21013 from 12:30 p.m. to the time of the Mass of Christian Burial at 1:00 p.m. Interment at Heavenly Rest Cemetery. Memorial tributes to the Hospice of Windsor, Canadian Cancer Society or the Lung Association. Join us in remembering Edward by visiting his memorial at www.andersonfuneralhomewindsor.com

REMEMBERING

Edward Fortune

Pat, I was sorry to hear about your father. You have our deepest sympathies. Virginia McRae

Neil McGillis

July 28, 2013

Florence, it is encouraging to know from all these tributes that the Eddy I knew from high school and early years remained constant in himself with a kindness to all.

Linda Hateley

July 20, 2013

Mike,Deb & Fortune Family: So sorry for your loss, my deepest sympathy is with you at this sorrowful time.My prayers are with you. Linda Hateley

Judy Lund

July 18, 2013

Brian and Family,

On behalf of the volunteers and staff of the Canadian Cancer Society - Essex County Community Office, please accept our sincerest condolences on the passing of your father, a man who leaves an incredible legacy for his descendants and the greater community. It is always difficult to lose a family member, please know that you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.

Sincerely,

Judy Lund

Judy Lund

July 18, 2013

Brian and family,Please accept our condolences on the passing of your father. He truly was a leader in our community and will be missed by more than just your family. Apologies for not attending the funeral as I was out of town. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time.Sincerely,

Judy Lund on behalf of the volunteers and staff of the Canadian Cancer Society, Essex County Community Office.

Sm Kealey

July 18, 2013

Saddened by the passing of a caring family man who brought joy & laughter to all who knew him. Let's celebrate the life of dear Uncle Ed and cherish the many happy memories we share. Our thoughts & prayers are with Aunt Florence and the Fortune clan at this time. With love, Sean, Brenda & Fiona

Ronald Matthewman

July 17, 2013

Fortune Family: I Greatly regret I was unable to attend visitation/Service. My wife Dorothy's Visitation/Service was just before Eddies and family and friends were still with us.I had been with Eddie on many Funerals during the last 40 years, he was a good, compassionate, member ofthe staff at Anderson's . God Bless you in your bereavement. Archdeacon Ron Matthewman. Church of the Ascension.

Shannon Siwek

July 16, 2013

Great man and a beautiful caring family. My thoughts are with all of you.Shannon Siwek

July 16, 2013

Mike, Kathy& the Fortune family, Please accept our deepest sympathy for the loss of your Father. In these situations words may not be enough, but we hope during this difficult time you are able to hold onto your memories and let them guide you. Through your journey there will be hugs, tears, laughter and sadness but most of all there will be love, the kind that never ends..x0x0x Sincerely Nancy&Perry Holdsworth

Rob Lynch and Family

July 16, 2013

We are sad to hear or your loss, Our community loses a great worker and a caring man. God Bless.

July 15, 2013

Dear Mrs. Fortune, Patricia and family, Bob and I were saddened to hear of your husband/father's passing. We remember the warm welcome he gave us when we visited at your family home in New Port Richey, Florida. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with all of you as you journey forward with the precious memories that now fill the void in your hearts. May our dear Lord bring you peace and comfort as He welcomes Mr. Fortune home to his eternal reward. Bob & Nina Williams (Tecumseh, Ontario)

Norm, Laurie, Chris & Nick Mazzonetto

July 15, 2013

Mrs. Fortune and family, we were saddened to hear of your loss. The neighbourhood will seem much emptier without "Mr. Fortune". He will be missed but we know the Lord holds him in His arms.

July 14, 2013

Dear Brian, Heather, and family,We are sorry to hear of the passing of your father. Please know our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time. Love: George, Pam, Tammy, Mark, Jordan, Ashley, Kathleen, Matthew, and Rana.

Jennifer Kealey

July 14, 2013

Dear Aunt Florence and Family, We are saddened to hear of Uncle Eddie's passing.We have such fond memories of him and his practical jokes during your visits to Ottawa.One that stands out in particular is the time he spiked the O.J. at breakfast and my mom told everyone not to drink it because it had gone bad! Just thinking of him puts a smile on my face! Our thoughts are with you all.

John-David Duncan

Mrs. Fortune and Family, Please accept our heartfelt condolences on the passing of Mr. Fortune. May the good Lord be with you and your family.

Chuck and Sandy Robinson.

Charlotte/Bob Carr

July 14, 2013

Florence & Family: Heartfelt condolences on the sad passing away of a beloved husband, father & grandfather.May God hold you all in the palm of His hands during this difficult time.

Louie G. Mele

July 14, 2013

Mrs. Fortune, Dennis and Family, condolences on the loss of a husband, father, grandfather and friend to many. Know that your family will be in our prayers.

Paula Pike

July 14, 2013

Florence, I am so sorry to hear of Ed's passing. I pray that God will comfort you as only he can.

DOUGLAS SMENDIK

July 14, 2013

Dear Cousins: FLORENCE ,I AM SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. MY MEMORIES OF ED WERE OF A MAN LARGER THAN LIFE. HE LAUGHED AND DRANK AND HUGED AND SMILED AS IF NO TOMORROW. I SO APPRECIATE THE EFFORT YOU ALWAYS MADE TO BE FAMILY. I KNOW ED IS NOW IN HEAVEN WITH MY DAD JIMMY AND AUNT PAT WITH A RIVET. I WILL KEEP YOU AND ALL YOUR KIDS: PAT, DENNIS, GARRY, BRIAN, MICHAEL AND KATHLEEN IN MY DAILY PRAYERS. LOVE, YOUR COUSIN , DOUGLAS SMENDIK

Betty & Michael Kowalczyk

July 14, 2013

Dear Cousin Florence and Family,

We are sorry we cannot be with you due to medical reasons. However, our hearts and prayers are with you.

Ed was one terrific person that will be surely missed by all who knew and loved him. Take care of yourself and hug one another every day.

God Bless You All,

Sarah Salmons

July 14, 2013

Gary & Family, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. You and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers.

Love,Sarah Salmons

July 14, 2013

Dear Florence and Family,Deepest condolences, from my sister Caroline Crowe (Ottawa) and me, your 1st cousins. Edward was a good man and left the world a better place. I will call you later.Terry Crowe, Richmond, British Columbia

Sandi SHoust

July 13, 2013

Pat and family,My deepest sympathies on the loss of your dear father. I remember him when I first started with our school board. Keeping you and your family in my prayers.Peace and light

Julie Smendzuik-O'Brien

July 13, 2013

Cousin Florence & Family -

I remember with great fondness many happy times with Ed as he had such a wonderful sense of humor and always added to the good times in the Smendzuik family. My husband, Bill, also remembers him from our wedding day so many years ago. We always enjoyed your holiday updates! And I deeply appreciate your kindness to my mother Stephany in her later years as well. We appreciated Brian and Heather joining us as we bade her farewell.

You have acted the meaning of family, which is so important to keep alive. May God bless you all as you go forward without Ed's physical presence, but hopefully with many good memories of his life. Our prayers are with you.

Let's keep in touch.

Julie Smendzuik-O'BrienBill O'BrienSteffi O'Brien

Joan Rittenhouse

July 13, 2013

To the Fortune family--I met Edward only a couple of times in my lifetime, but his brother Garry was my Uncle and Godfather. Please accept my deepest sympathies at this difficult time, and may your memories of your time together, help you through....

Karl & Alex Mroczkowski

Vicky Boughner

Fortune Family. I am so sorry for your loss. Edward was a good man and I am honoured to of known him. My prayers are with you and our family in your time of need.

Betty & Michael Kowalczyk

July 13, 2013

Dear Aunt Florence and Family,

We are sorry we cannot be with you due to medical reasons. However, our hearts and prayers are with you.

Ed was one terrific person that will be surely missed by all who knew and loved him. Take care of yourself and hug one another every day.

God Bless You All,

Marc Kealey

July 13, 2013

Dear Aunt Florence and family: We are very saddened to hear about Uncle Ed's passing. He was always the pillar of the Kealey/Fortune clans and he was larger than life. I will always remember him for his infectious smile and his love of family. I and my wife Daniela and our children Joe and Ben offer sincere condolences and prayers to you all.

Paul McGraw

July 13, 2013

Dear Aunt Florence, We are so saddened to hear of Uncle Ed's passing. We have many fond memories of him and his quick witted humour especially when it came to teasing Doris . We hope that you find comfort in all of your memories.

Love,Paul, Maria ,Nicholas and Nathan McGraw

Sandra Gool

July 13, 2013

Dear Florence,I am so so sorry about the passing of your husband. What a blessing to have had 60 years together. I am praying and trusting that the God of all comfort will hold you up and keep you through this difficult time. Sandra Gool (ARC)

July 13, 2013

To my dear Aunt Florence, all our cousins and their families.We are not able to be with you at this sad time but our thoughts are with you. We have all lost a great person in our lives; husband, father, grandfather, uncle.Hugs and kisses to all.Love Pam and Duncan AinslieVancouver B.C.

July 13, 2013

Dear Florence and familyThinking of you at this difficult timeShirley Walton Zabka

July 13, 2013

Dear Pat, I remember your father well-in 1976 or 77, my first years of teaching I attended a board function-being a new teacher I didn't know who were the trustees, etc. I was seated at a table behind your father and wanted to dance. So I asked him-everyone at my staff table was shocked that I would ask such a well known person to dance-your father very graciously danced with me-Later when I found out who he was, I was astonished that he would even consider my request-he was a gentlemanMy prayers are with you and your family- Anita Renaud

Julia and Lorne Mercer

July 13, 2013

Mike and Debbie, we are so sorry to hear of your dad's passing and will keep the family in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.

July 13, 2013

Kathy,so sorry for the loss of your father,prayers are with you and your family,Bettyann Kersey

Diane walters

July 13, 2013

Dear Florence and Family,So sorry to hear about the loss of your dear husband, please know that my thoughts and prayers will be with you during this sad time. He was so lucky to have you by his side all of these years. I will call you you soon. Love to you and your family. Diane Walters

Janet, CJ and Victoria

July 13, 2013

Those we love don't go away,They walk beside us every day,Unseen, unheard, but always near,Still loved, still missed and very dear.

Thelma Alcordo

July 13, 2013

Florence,Thinking of you at this difficult time and praying that God will bless you as you mourn. Thelma

Deb (Charette) & Ron Moisenko

July 13, 2013

Mrs. Fortune, Pat, Kathy, Keith & the entire Fortune family,Our deepest condolences in your loss of Mr. Fortune (Dad, Grandpa). You may not be able to see him anymore, but he will always be near you.

July 12, 2013

To the Family of Ed Fortune,

We would like to send our sincere condolences to our good friend Garry and the rest of the family. Ed Fortune contributed so much to the community through his good work and his long stint as a school trustee. Again we would like to express our sympathy and good wishes during this difficult time. The Rt. Hon Herb Gray and Sharon Sholzberg-Gray

July 12, 2013

Mrs.Fortune and Family.very sorry to readof your loss.I am sure all those schoolboard trustees are remembering the good old days. Mary Lou-Mids-daughter

Nancy & Bob Paterson

July 12, 2013

We are thinking about you and your family at this time. I knew Eddie many years ago when I was working in a flower shop and I met him at Al Seary's. May he rest in peace and may all of the family know that he with him in God's hands.Nancy & Bob Paterson

Chris McCann

July 12, 2013

I am truly saddened to hear of your recent loss and I would like to express my sincere condolences to the Fortune family on the passing of Big Ed.

Mary Ellen Warren

July 12, 2013

Uncle Ed leaves us so many treasured memories, laughs, and stories. He is gone, but never, ever forgotten. That is his legacy.

July 12, 2013

We knew Ed as one of the "Fabulous Four Golfers" Our sympathies to you Florence and all of your family.Phil & Gel Robert and family

July 12, 2013

"To Florence and Family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of loss. May your memories bring you comfort."

Doreen Elliott, Larry & Brenda Mavety

Simon Touma

July 12, 2013

To Florence, Pat, Dennis, Brian, Gary, Kathleen, Michael and the entire Fortune Family we extend our heart felt and deepest sympathy. We offer up our prayers and trust you will find strength and comfort in your many wonderful and cherished family memories.

Simon, Jackie and Wade Andre Touma

Bryan Card

July 12, 2013

To Brian and the rest of the Fortune family, my condolences in your time of loss. May he rest in peace.

Bryan Card

July 12, 2013

To Brian and the rest of the Fortune family, my condolences in your time of loss. May he rest in peace.

John and Maureen Kealey

July 12, 2013

Our condolences to the family. Our prayers are with you.

Mary Kealey

July 12, 2013

To Florence and familySo sorry to hear about Eddie,s death, you are all in our thoughts and prayers. Over the years we have shared so many wonderful times together that we will remember forever. Whenever Ed was around we somehow felt Gerry,s presence they were more like brothers than cousins or as Ed would say blood.All our love

Mary and family

Sue Mancini

July 12, 2013

Florence, Mike and Family we are so very sorry for your to hear about Mr Fortune you are all in our thoughts and prayers.The girls from the Credit Union Sue, Claudia, Sonia, Jen, and Ashley

Gavin Stevenson

July 12, 2013

To Florence, and all of the Fortune family members. I am truly saddened by the loss of "Eddie" I have the fondest of memories of your husband and father. My thoughts and prayers are with your family at this time.

Sue Rau

July 12, 2013

My sympathy to Pat, Gary and Brian.

Sue Rau

Don and Kelly Strilchuck

July 12, 2013

To Mike, Kathy and the Fortune family. We are sorry to hear of your loss and will keep you in our thoughts and prayers. We are not in town but will toast to your fathers life.

Lynn Kale

July 12, 2013

Brian, Heather, Patrick and KellyPlease accept our condolences from all of us here in the Kale household. May your sadness be short and the fond loving memories of your Father/ Grandfather last forever Our thoughts and prayers are with you all Paul, Lynn & Krystyn Kale xo

July 12, 2013

Mike,so sorry for the loss of your father,my prayers are with you,may GOD bless you,Bettyann Kersey

July 12, 2013

Eddie was a great mentor and a very caring funeral director. He supported so many people over the years and was a handsome stature in his 3 piece black mourning suit!He supported my dream at a time, when 'they' didn't really want a female around!!! I will always have a special place in my heart for him! My sympathies to you all... Pat Simone

Danielle Reaume

July 12, 2013

Dear Mike,

My sincere condolences to you and your family on the loss of your father. While I never met you dad, you and I were friends in high school (even bowled together on the Assumption bowling league) and I always considered you a good friend.

My thoughts and prayers go out to you all during this saddened time.

Danielle

Leoana McNamara

July 12, 2013

My thoughts and prayers and with you at this very sad time. Your dad's journey is over may he rest in peace. With his passing another piece of my past is gone also as I have fond memories of The Fortune family at St Alphonsus Church and our neighbourhood.My God Bless all of youLeona McNamara

Phil Jacobs

July 12, 2013

To all the Fortune Family.....May you all find strength through God to help you through this sad time...Phil Jacobs (Jakes)

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